Senate Resolution No. 1927

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Darlene Evans upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Brian Dugan
Outstanding Teacher Award by the Town of Tonawanda
Youth Board

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant accomplishments in the distinguished careers of those
outstanding educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have
been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the
young people of New York State; and

WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled;
its history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its
educational professionals and the students they inspire; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Darlene
Evans upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Brian
Dugan Outstanding Teacher Award by the Town of Tonawanda Youth Board, to
be celebrated at its 40th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, May 11,
2017, at the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center in Tonawanda, New York; and

WHEREAS, The future success of our State and Nation is dependent
upon individuals such as Darlene Evans, who dedicate their lives as
educators, nurturing our most precious resource, our youth; and

WHEREAS, Educators like Darlene Evans provide a tremendous service
to the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young
people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their
future years; and

WHEREAS, A significant contributor to education in New York State,
Darlene Evans clearly has an enduring impact on the youth of Kenmore
East High School, as well as the community-at-large, and accordingly
merits recognition and applause for her impressive dedication to others;
and

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of
public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools;
now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Darlene Evans upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the Brian Dugan Outstanding Teacher Award by the Town of Tonawanda Youth
Board; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Darlene Evans.